…for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. So give recognition to such persons.
Have you heard the good news?
Last week, our very own Crystal Roberts received the keys to her new home with the support of Habitat for Humanity. It was a glorious event!
Stories like this one are frankly too good to ignore. As her church family, we are so proud of all that she has accomplished in the last two years. Just imagine what this transformation will mean for both Crystal and her son, AJ, in the future.
Best of all, Crystal proved ready to offer a powerful word of encouragement to any who might be in need of inspiration. But someone will ask, ‘how are the dead raised?’ (1 Cor. 15:35). My friend, Crystal, can tell you!
Thanks to our local news coverage!
https://mynbc15.com/news/local/homeless-to-homeowner-mobile-moms-journey-inspires-others
https://www.fox10tv.com/2026/04/24/habitat-humanity-dedicates-new-home/
But wait, there’s more!
This Sunday is our Senior Recognition Sunday for the Class of 2026. We are so proud of these exceptional graduates!
Lillian Mae Cunningham- Lilly is the daughter of Jennifer and Martin Cunningham
Sarah Margaret Cooper- Sarah is the daughter of Lisa and Eric Cooper
Mary Christopher Dodd- Mary Christopher is the daughter of Alease and Chris Dodd
Baylor Havard Val Lane- Bay is the son of Amber and Greg Bostwick
Edward Tate McAnnally-Tate is the son of Brandy and John McAnnally
Margaret Lamey Singleton- Lamey is the daughter of Cammie and Matt Singleton
Robert Hunter Smallwood- Hunter is the son of Dana and Scott Smallwood
Harold Fincher Ronald Webb- Fincher is the son of Blakeley and David Webb
We look forward to honoring this group during our open reception at 10:00 and during our worship services. I’ll be preaching on Paul’s trip to Athens in a message entitled “Notes From the Campus Tour.” No, not that Athens. You all know that I try not to mention Georgia Bulldogs in church. This episode from Acts 17 is set in Athens, Greece–what some might recognize as the original ‘college town.’
This Sunday, we will also be proud to introduce Rev. Julie Hare as our new Minister of Community Care at APUMC. Yet another reason to celebrate!
Have you heard the good news? It’s going to be a great day at Ashland Place.
The love of the Lord is relentless! It is alive and well in the hearts of God’s people. Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on us!
In Praise and Recognition,
Darren